PALM COAST- The Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Washington Oaks Gardens State Park will host different hands-on Saltwater Fishing workshops beginning July 10th to help teach adult and child participants techniques for catching fish, as well as the importance of conservation and safety that should be involved when conducting this activity.

Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to identify different saltwater fish species commonly caught locally, as well as training on how to use a fishing rod and reel, while fishing along the bank of the Intracoastal Waterway.

All fishing gear will be provided for each participant to use during the workshop, including complete rod, reel, fishing tackle and bait.  Upon completion of the workshop each participant will be awarded a certificate and a souvenir fishing packet.

Snacks and beverages will be provided during the workshops and participants may bring a bag lunch if desired.

The cost of the workshop is $20.00 per participant, which includes the park entrance fee. This is a three hour workshop and spaces are limited. 

Advance registration is required by contacting the Park:

PH: (386) 446-6784 

Email:  [email protected]

 The workshops will take place:

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Adult workshop (age 18-up).

August 7, 2014

Children workshop (age 8-17) 

August 8, 2014

Washington Oaks Gardens State Park

6400 North Oceanshore Blvd.

Palm Coast, Florida           

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